What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Ministry for Life and Strategic Partnerships position at Baylor Careers?
A humble college founded before Texas was a state, Baylor now stands as one of the premier institutions of higher education in the world. Baylor has continued to invest in research and doctoral education, both solidifying and elevating its unique status as a preeminent Christian research university. Baylor is among 187 R1 institutions, just 52 of which are private universities.
Since 2011, Baylor has been named as one of the nation’s “Great Colleges to Work For”. Great Colleges to Work For® is one of the country’s largest and most respected workplace recognition programs. Each year, Great Colleges recognizes the colleges and universities that get top employee ratings regarding workplace practices and policies across 10 areas. This recognition is based on faculty and staff responses to a related annual survey. The survey, conducted by ModernThink, is a way for colleges and universities to gain a deeper understanding of how their employees experience and view various aspects of the institution. This continued recognition further affirms Baylor as a rewarding place to build a career.
What We Are Looking For
Baylor University is seeking a Director of Ministry for Life and Strategic Partnerships. This position supports the mission by launching and leading the Ministry for Life initiative funded by a grant awarded by the Lilly Foundation. The role will manage the planning and execution of all grant initiatives as well as the disbursement of funds with collaborating partners, as outlined in the grant proposal. Affiliated Faculty status may be possible for qualified and approved candidates.
A Doctoral degree and five years of relevant work experience are required. A Doctoral degree and eight years of relevant work experience are preferred.
All applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
What You Will Do
- Maintain and grow working relationships within Baylor University and externally with partner institutions to develop new educational initiatives
- Provide direction and build trusting relationships with a team, including the Ministry for Life collaborating partners, and seminary faculty and staff
- Provide general support for project activities in partnership with denominational and institutional collaborators, which includes collaborating with executive pastors of churches to develop MOUs (or agreements) for student residencies
- Manage staff within withing the Ministry for Life Program, which includes directing work or operations, workforce planning, as well as authority for hiring/firing, training, and development of staff, making decisions regarding pay, performance and disciplinary action in conjunctions with functional partners
- Communicate with the Lilly Endowment Inc. and Pathways for Tomorrow Leadership Teams
- Gather, analyze, and report relevant program data and milestones through proper channels
- Maintain overall financial oversight and disbursement of grant funds
- Perform all other duties as assigned to support Baylor’s mission
- Ability to comply with university policies
- Maintain regular and punctual attendance
What You Can Expect
As part of the Baylor family, eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, generous time off, tuition remission, and outstanding automatic retirement contributions. Baylor has a comprehensive benefits plan that supports you and your family’s wellbeing and allows you to be a part of the life of a vibrant and active college campus. To learn more, go to Baylor Benefits & Advantages.
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